# .prompt command

The .prompt command outputs the text
on the following line to the terminal. This command is often used
with the .input command to prompt for user input.

**Synonyms:** .prm

## Syntax

```
.prompt
```

## Example(s)

```
.prompt
Enter the name:
Dear .input,
Enclosed is the additional product information that you requested.

Sincerely,
Brian
```

## See also

- [.crt command (Output processor)](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/dot-crt-command-output-processor/)
- [.input command (Output processor)](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/dot-input-command-output-processor/)
- [Output processor commands](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/output-processor-commands/)
- [Output processor overview](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/output-processor-overview/)

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Source: https://d3codex.com/output-processor/dot-prompt-command/ - part of the D3Codex reference.